The Take

Inside Trump’s plan to rebuild Gaza without Palestinians

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Jan 21, 2026
Nour Odeh, an Al Jazeera correspondent with extensive experience in the Gaza conflict, dives into the controversial reconstruction plans for Gaza. She reveals how a billion-dollar initiative called the 'Board of Peace' excludes Palestinians from crucial discussions. Odeh critiques the roles of figures like Tony Blair and Jared Kushner in this privatized vision of Gaza’s future. The conversation highlights the stark contrast between the grim realities on the ground and the detached political frameworks being proposed, raising questions about who really gets to shape Gaza's destiny.
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ANECDOTE

Reporter With Long Gaza Experience

  • Nour Odeh has reported for Al Jazeera since 2006 and covered much of the current war from multiple angles.
  • She combined field reporting with coverage from the occupied West Bank when access was restricted.
INSIGHT

Board Centralizes Control Under Trump

  • The Board of Peace is structured to concentrate control in Trump's hands with veto and membership powers.
  • The draft charter lacks direct mention of Gaza and sounds like a bid to replace the UN framework.
INSIGHT

Membership Mix Raises Questions

  • Invitations went to over 50 countries, including unlikely and controversial leaders, none of whom are Palestinian.
  • The membership mix and the charter's silence on Gaza reveal unclear motives and priorities.
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